8-String Bass for Under $1000

I am looking for a decent 8-string bass (octaved 4's) for under $1000. There is a ton of info out on the Dean and the general concensous is that it is a great bang for the buck, but what about any others? ESP and Schecter make 8's under $1000. How do they compare? Are there any others?

i saw a carlo robelli in a store the other day. i always wanted to play and 8-string so i picked it up. sounded real good. it was really fun to play and a lot easier then i thought it would be. i don't think it was too pricey.